Regulations & Licenses

South Carolina stocked trout limits include a standard five fish daily creel limit across many state lakes and streams managed by the department.

South Carolina age-based fishing license exemptions clarify exact rules for young children, teenagers, and senior citizens.

South Carolina senior lifetime fishing licenses eliminate annual renewals and provide permanent outdoor access for qualifying residents.

South Carolina free fishing days in 2026 let anglers fish without licenses while supporting local bait and tackle shops.

South Carolina fourteen-day fishing license options provide temporary legal coverage for tourists and infrequent anglers needing short-term access.

South Carolina three-year fishing licenses provide thirty-six consecutive months of angling for residents meeting state requirements.

South Carolina nonresident saltwater fishing license costs, including 1-day, 7-day, and annual options for out-of-state anglers.

South Carolina nonresident freshwater fishing license costs about thirty five dollars and provides a full year of access to inland fisheries.

South Carolina resident saltwater fishing license costs, rules, and options for anglers aged sixteen and older.

South Carolina resident freshwater fishing license costs include annual, fourteen day, and three year options for local anglers.